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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 24-64.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Dad tell the narrator he has to put back all the items he had picked out at the camper superstore?
(a) Those things are only for real outdoorsmen.
(b) Those things are not for serious campers.
(c) Those things are too expensive.
(d) Those things are cheaply made.

2. What is the problem with the camper?
(a) It is filthy.
(b) It is missing a tire.
(c) It does not have a bathroom.
(d) It has a broken axle.

3. What does the narrator think his family needs?
(a) A vacation away from each other.
(b) A new car.
(c) More time together.
(d) A new house.

4. Why does Mom say it is good to be bored?
(a) It makes you appreciate the times you are busy.
(b) It makes you smarter.
(c) It makes you use your imagination.
(d) It encourages you to read a book.

5. What does the narrator think it will take for his family to make happy memories together?
(a) Not much. They are always making happy memories.
(b) They will all have to be on their best behavior.
(c) Lots of good weather.
(d) A miracle.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does the family get off the main road?

2. Why does the narrator begin to tire of the drive?

3. What are some things the clerk at the camper superstore said they should be prepared for?

4. Why does Mom say they can afford a camping trip?

5. Why does the narrator believe that Noah probably regretted having birds on the ark?

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